Beantown swings into Ipswich's Castle Hill

Wednesday

Aug 6, 2014 at 2:59 PMAug 6, 2014 at 2:59 PM

WHAT: Beantown Orchestra in concertWHERE: Castle Hill on the Crane Estate, 290 Argilla RoadWHEN: Thursday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Gates open at 5 p.m. for picnickingTICKETS: $30/car or $20/car for members of The Trustees of Reservations. Motorcycles and walk-ins, $10. Admission at the gate only.ABOUT THE CONCERT: Beantown Swing Orchestra features American Idol finalist John Stevens and New York City jazz vocalist Laura Brunner performing big-band and swing-era favorites.Professional dance instructors will provide a group, swing-dance lesson beginning at 6 p.m.The 18-piece Beantown Swing Orchestra specializes in vintage swing-era and Sinatra classics as well as popular and original songs custom arranged for big band.The 9-year-old orchestra has three CDs to its credit.ABOUT THE VENUE: Ipswich Ale Brewery and Mill River Winery will sell beer and wine at the Beer and Wine Garden. Patrons may not bring their own alcohol, but are welcome to bring their own picnic suppers. Ice cream, pizza, salads, sodas, sweets, and other products will be for sale.INFORMATION: Weather cancellations, if necessary, will be announced by 3 p.m. concert-day. Visit www.thetrustees.org or call 978-356-4351 for more details.PROMOTE YOUR EVENT: Send an email with a jpg photo and the event details toIpswich@wickedlocal.com